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Question:” Black women don’t have to wear sunscreen because brown skin can’t burn, right?”- Wrong! Women of color need sunscreen just as much as any other race. The sun’s UV rays are very damaging to the skin and can cause skin burns, wrinkles, skin discoloration, and take away from our natural glow. This became very clear to me when my boyfriend, after spending all day in the summer sun at a soccer tournament, was completely sun burned across his shoulders and back. After being on aloe application duty for about a week, I quickly learned how vital it is for people of color to use sunscreen. So, before walking out of the house make sure to put on sunscreen to keep your skin beautiful and healthy. Check out Madamenoire.com for an informative article further explaining the importance of sunscreen.

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These sunscreens are both easy on the pocket & great for the skin!

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A Poem for Brown Girls <3

My worth is unmentionable; you cannot put a price on me
Portuguese and black sister with God’s love to proclaim.
Light skinned sista with light colored eyes.
Oh yes we come in different colors, in shapes, and size.
A very proud black woman, a true artifact of class.
You couldn’t rate me with a dirty coin.
A dime piece?!!! PLEASE I will surely pass.
I love and fear God, there’s no shame in my game.
Wont was a second ignoring a man calling me baby, ma, or shorty…
My mother already gave me a name.
You Cant determine my being a woman from the wiggle in my behind,
But do it by how I respect people whether they’re cripple, crazy, or blind.
For Jesus is love and he surely loves you and me.
And for that I love myself…I hope there are a few more sistas out there like me - Dr. Red

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“This post was inspired by a couple of young ladies letting me know that they are struggling with some insecurities. As a result they are feeling down, and hopeless. It is really saddening to hear things like this because you want to help make someones pain go away but you don’t know how or where to start. So, here is my start!-To all the young ladies who may be struggling with self-confidence or any issues in their lives, I want you to know this:

You are NOT alone. Every time I read, hear or say these words, I think of Michael Jackson’s song by the same title. When I was younger, “You Are Not Alone” was my comfort song and listening to it when I was sad would make me feel a whole lot better. In the song, Michael is saying to his loved one, that no matter how far apart they are, he is still with them, thinking of them and loving them. Aside from the words “You are not alone”  being one of MJ’s song titles the sentence has a much deeper, universal meaning: Everyone goes through something, everyone has a story, everyone has pain…” click here for full post.

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Chocolate Spotted- Spot a woman/man with a darker skin complexion making moves/a difference in the media/world?

Meaningful Melodies- Songs that are uplifting, encouraging and have an overall positive message.

Guest Bloggers- Seek out/Research/Suggest possible guest bloggers for articles/post on the site.

Makeup/Hair/Fashion- beauty links/tips for brown girls

Events/Opportunities- Research & provide links to fun contests/opportunities/scholarships for young women

*Also include Name/Age/State Thanks & hope to hear from you soon*

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FBG’s first tee is the featured “I Love My Shade” tee. It is for women all complexions, encouraging them to embrace and love the skin they’re in! The tee is short sleeved and comes in grey or white. The link to purchasing the shirt is right here! >http://forbrowngirls.bigcartel.com/

*XL & M Tees in grey are temporarily unavailable*

Meaningful Melody: India Arie-Video

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FBG’s “I Love My Shade” tee! available in the online store! xo

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One of my best friends, Shelia got her FBG Tee Today!

Get your “I Love My Shade” Tee, too! ===>http://forbrowngirls.bigcartel.com/

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Chatiera loves her shade!

I know you love yours! Get your Official “I Love My Shade” shirt from FBG! http://forbrowngirls.bigcartel.com/

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I would love to do a fun/lip synching video to this song. SOoOo dope. Just need three other ladies- say the word & my Poetic Justice braids are back in! I CALL BRANDY!! lmbo

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Had a lovely lunch date with her today! It was such a pleasure finally getting to meet her :)

2nd pic from LtoR: Eden, Me, Mallory(love her, too!)

check out Eden’s funny,candid, tell-it-how-she-sees-it blog ‘Who The Hell Is Eden Hansom’ http://edenhansom.tumblr.com/. [Look out for Mallory’s vlogs, soon as well!:)]

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